Mirth, Anguish

Object numberHC.J.16.X.56
TitleMirth, Anguish
CreatorArtist Unknown (originator), Edward ManchesterOrme (agent)
DescriptionColoured engraving, published by Edward Orme 4th June 1810.
After Plate VIII of a series in 'Human Passions Delineated' by John Collier (1708-1786).
shows a patient sat on a chair, mouth open in anguish, as a dentist pulls on a string attachted to the patients tooth with his right hand. in his left hand he holds what appears to be an enlarged pair of forecepts holding a large moler that has been shaded in red to possibly appear bloodied. the dentist appears to be kneeling slightly lower than the patient, wearing a red tinted jacket. the patient has a bandaged wrapped around his head.
Production date accurate 1810-06-04
Production periodNineteenth century, early
Object nameArtwork
Object categoryDental
MaterialPaper
TechniqueEngravings
Dimensions
- Framed Height: 19.5 cm
Width: 25.5 cm
Image as seen Height: 16.2 cm
Width: 22.1 cm